Isla de Margarita

Named La Margarita or pearl for the pearls the Spanish conquistadors found there, the island grouping has become a gem as a tourist destination. Beaches, extreme sports, duty free shopping, nightlife and family entertainment abound.

Isla Margarita is a mountainous Caribbean island paradise located off the north shore of Venezuela. Blessed with a temperate climate, over 320 days a year of sun, beautiful tropical beaches such as Playa el Agua and Playa Parguito, named La Margarita or pearl for the pearls the Spanish conquistadors found there, the island grouping has become a gem as a tourist destination and a favorite with windsurfers.

International and domestic flights.

Choose either Casa Trudel Bed and Breakfast or Trudel's Gardens vacation home for reasonable accommodations.

Rental condos on the beach at El Yaque, very convenient for windsurfing, with a protected swimming beach.

Kitesurfing, the latest extreme water sport, and wakeboarding instructions and opportunities on El Yaque beach and nearby lagoon.

Excursions, hotels, tourist guide and photos.

Travel guide to Nueva Esparta - Margarita Island, Coche Island and Cubagua Island.

History, background, weather, islands, city and town information, attractions, excursion, shopping and beaches.

English or Spanish version gives you details of beaches,lodgings, sports, nightlife, cuisine with the island's history, plus a photo gallery.

Margarita Island Tourist Guide Tour and Hotel Reservation Center - click on the hotel links for descriptions, location, rates and reservations.

Photos of "A windy holiday on the south coast of a Caribbean island, which involved much time spent underwater and in the bar. Some people managed to windsurf but I was better at the latter, as these photographs will show. Included a trek into the island's jungle interior."

Located in the heart of Playa El Agua, right opposite the beach, this charming, picturesque construction comprises two types of accomodation with 42 air-conditioned rooms and 7 Junior Suites.

El Yaque Margarita Island Venezuela. Great photos! Be sure to check out the links.

Horses and beach camping on Margarita Island.

Rentals and hideways romantic or otherwise.

Eight luxury rental apartments minutes from the beach, shops and restaurants.